New Hampshire's Oldest Homebrew Club · Established January 1991
Celebrate Great Beer
and Great Friends
Brew Free or Die brings together homebrewers of every skill level — from beginners to experts — to share knowledge, compete, and raise a glass across the Granite State.
Learn About BFD Get In TouchWhat is BFD?
Brew Free or Die is New Hampshire's first homebrew club, started in January of 1991 by a few dedicated homebrewers with the intent on establishing a club to celebrate good beer and great friends.
Our members represent a vibrant community at every level of experience from beginners to experts brewing beer, mead, and cider using all-grain, extract, Brew In A Bag, and other new & interesting methods.
Whether you've been brewing for decades or you're still planning your first batch, BFD is the place to grow your craft, meet passionate people, and enjoy the fruits of your labor together.
Join BFD Today
Long-time brewer or just starting out, we have a wide range of members and a long history of brewing in the Granite State. Come be part of New Hampshire's homebrewing community.
Contact Us to JoinWhat We Do
Come join Brew Free or Die, New Hampshire's oldest and largest homebrew club. We meet once a month, and with club members having expertise in making beer, cider, and mead, it is the perfect place to learn this craft.
Monthly Meetings
We gather monthly to share homebrews, swap techniques, and enjoy each other's company. All experience levels welcome.
Competitions
From NERHBC to small club competitions held at meetings, we love putting our brews to the test and celebrating craft.
Big Brew Day
We gather at a member's home and brew together — a beloved tradition that brings the whole club around the kettle.
Homebrewer's Jamboree
BFD participates in the Homebrewer's Jamboree, sharing our beers with other homebrew clubs from across New England.
Beer, Mead & Cider
Our members brew it all — all-grain, extract, BIAB, mead, cider. Whatever your method, there's a place for you here.
Get Involved
Curious about joining? Reach out at info@bfd.org — we'd love to hear from you.
